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Thorkell the Tall, also known as Thorkell the High in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle (Old Norse: Þorke(ti)ll inn hávi; Norwegian: Torkjell Høge; Swedish: Torkel Höge; Danish: Torkild den Høje), was a prominent member of the Jomsviking order and a notable lord.
May 10, 2024 · Thorkell the Tall (born late 950s, southern Sweden—died after 1023) was a Viking warrior and chieftain who gained renown during his lifetime for his fighting prowess and who played a notable role in English history in the 11th century. Little is known of Thorkell’s early life.
Feb 26, 2024 · Thorkell the Tall was a towering figure in both stature and Viking lore, leaving an indelible mark on the tumultuous latter period of the Viking Age. As a warrior, a powerful kingmaker, and a foster father to two kings of England, his name deserves to be more well-known.
Thorkell is an extremely tall man, towering over everyone who meets him, as he wears his epithet quite wall, also being very muscular and covered with multiple scars from decades of battles and wars, with spiky blond hair held up by a bandana and a small beard.
Jul 25, 2023 · We also hear about figures in the Norse sagas such as “Thorkel the Tall”, and Göngu-Hrólfr (who was so tall he apparently couldn’t sit on a horse), who were described as giants compared to other men.
Jan 5, 2023 · Thorkell the tall would distinguish himself amongst his fellow warriors for his immense fighting prowess; he would climb the ranks of the Jomsvikings the most savage and highly skilled...
Sep 12, 2012 · Summary. Thorkell the Tall in 1014. Before his death, Swein Forkbeard had been acknowledged as king of England: ‘all the nation regarded him as full king’ and ‘the citizens of London submitted and gave hostages’. King Æthelred, with his family and supporters, had been driven into exile.
